Calcutta University Law Entrance Exam (CULET) 2026

Calcutta University is expected to release the CULET application form 2026 tentatively in the third week of July 2026. The university conducts the Calcutta University Law Entrance Test (CULET) for admission to the 5-year integrated LLB courses offered by the university and its various affiliated law schools across West Bengal.

The CULET-UG is a Computer-Based Test (CBT) that sees participation from approximately 4,000 students annually. The entrance exam is followed by a centralised counselling process. Candidates are shortlisted and invited for counselling strictly based on merit and seat availability. The university conducts multiple rounds of counselling for its BA LLB programme, offering around 1,914 seats collectively through its department and affiliated colleges.

What is the Calcutta University BA LLB Entrance Exam?

The Calcutta University BA LLB entrance exam (CULET) is an annual entrance test conducted for BA LLB admissions at Calcutta University and its affiliated law colleges. The exam duration is 2 hours and consists of 100 multiple-choice questions with no negative marking.

The CULET syllabus covers four main subjects:

• General English
• General Awareness / Current Affairs
• General Mathematics
• Reasoning (Verbal & Non-verbal)

CULET 2026 Highlights

Participating Institutes and Seat Matrix

CULET 2026 Admit Card

The Calcutta University BA LLB admit card 2026 will be issued approximately a week before the exam date. Candidates can download it by logging into the official portal. The admit card is a mandatory document for exam day and contains crucial details such as the exam date, time, and the exact address of the exam centre.

CULET 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Calcutta University outlines the CULET 2026 eligibility criteria in its official admission notification. Candidates who have completed their Class 12 are eligible to apply. The specific requirements include:

• Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed their 10+2 or equivalent examination from a board recognised by the University of Calcutta.
• General Category: Must secure a minimum of 45% marks in the best four subjects (excluding Environmental Studies of WBCHSE).
• SC/ST Category: Must secure a minimum of 40% marks in the best four subjects (excluding Environmental Studies of WBCHSE).
• Equivalence Certificate: Candidates from boards other than WBCHSE, ISC, CBSE, Rabindra Mukto Vidyalaya, and NIOS must obtain an "Equivalence Certificate" from the Registrar (Equivalence Section), University of Calcutta, 87/1, College Street, Kolkata-700073. This requires a written application along with a photocopy of the 10+2 mark sheet, to be submitted at the time of admission.
• Age Limit: There is no prescribed upper age limit for the examination.

CULET 2026 Application Process

The registration window for the Calcutta University BA LLB 2026 is expected to open in the third week of July 2026. Candidates must register via the official website: caluniv.ac.in.

Steps to Fill the Application Form:

1. Visit caluniv.ac.in and click on the "BA LLB Admission Notice 2026-27" link.
2. Click on "Click here to apply" followed by the "New Applicant" link.
3. Fill out the registration form with required details such as name, mobile number, and password.
4. Log in to the candidate portal using the registered mobile number and password.
5. Complete the detailed application form, providing personal, academic, and communication details.
6. Pay the registration fee using the preferred online payment method.
7. Click on "Final Submission" and print a copy of the application confirmation page for future reference.

Application Fee Structure

CULET 2026 Exam Pattern & Syllabus

Calcutta University defines the syllabus and exam pattern in the official notification. The exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions spread across four sections.

Exam Pattern Details

Syllabus Breakdown